Encroachment Project Negotiator

NES Fircroft; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider is seeking an Encroachment Project Negotiator in Alberta. In this role, you will coordinate with landowners and stakeholders to handle encroachments related to pipeline right-of-ways. Ideal candidates possess expertise in land management and strong negotiation skills. Join a company with over 90 years of industry experience, offering comprehensive support and benefits!

Qualifications

• Experience in pipeline right-of-way acquisition and negotiation.
• Knowledge of local land use regulations and Canadian energy pipeline regulations.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate discussions with landowners and stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and negotiate mitigation options.
• Manage encroachment consents and project reporting.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Education

Post-secondary education in real estate, land management, or related fields

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

GIS and mapping

Job description

Role Title:

Encroachment Project Negotiator

Work Location:

Alberta, Canada

Contract Length:

2 years

Travel:

Yes, travel to sites as needed

Role Description:

Serve as the main point of contact for the Encroachments Project by engaging with landowners and other third-party stakeholders to document encroachments on the pipeline right-of-way (ROW) and coordinate mitigation where necessary.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Facilitate encroachment discussions between the project team and landowners or third-party stakeholders responsible for encroachments on the pipeline ROW.
• Conduct site visits to negotiate mitigation options, understand concerns, and collaborate on resolutions.
• Contribute to project planning, stakeholder engagement, and communication strategies.
• Participate in project meetings, report on progress, and recommend strategies.
• Manage encroachment consents, verify mitigation completion, and support file close-out.
• Coordinate with Regional Land Representatives for landowner notifications and obligations.
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts with service providers, manage work scopes, and identify efficiencies.
• Ensure work quality of service providers aligns with project standards and regulatory requirements.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and support project reporting.
• Assist in forecasting work progress and resource planning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in real estate, land management, or related fields.
• Experience in pipeline right-of-way acquisition and negotiation.
• Knowledge of local land use regulations and Canadian energy pipeline regulations.
• Understanding of technical crossing and encroachment requirements.
• Proficiency in SharePoint and Microsoft Office; ability to learn new software.
• Valid driver’s license with willingness to travel.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of GIS and mapping is preferred.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is a leading engineering staffing provider across multiple sectors worldwide, offering comprehensive support and benefits to contractors.